Myths, Misinformation and 2024
Media source also affects people’s understandings of what’s true or not. Notably, Americans who primarily get their news from Fox News and Conservative Media and social media/other are more likely to answer questions about inflation and crime incorrectly than Americans writ large. On the other hand, in May, Ipsos polling found that Cable News/National Newspaper consumers were less likely to answer questions about the level of border crossing correctly. This is the information landscape we live in.
Media source also affects people’s perceptions of their daily costs. Consumers of Fox News or Conservative Media are the least likely to say they have seen grocery or gasoline costs go down. With inflation and the economy being the potential decider of this election, this is impactful.
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Americans who answer questions about inflation, crime, and immigration incorrectly are more likely to opt for Trump, while Americans who answer those questions correctly prefer Harris.
